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Ex-Fire Chief Sues Mayor Over Termination and Fire Response

2/25/2026

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Kristin Crowley, the former Los Angeles Fire Department Chief, filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass alleging labor code violations tied to her termination last year.
Crowley says Bass tried to shift blame for the Palisades fire response, which drew criticism for delays and budget cuts.
The lawsuit claims Bass falsely claimed ignorance of the fire's anticipated severity and misrepresented the fire department's budget and resources.

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Kristin Crowley, the former Los Angeles Fire Department Chief, filed a lawsuit against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass alleging labor code violations tied to her termination last year.
Crowley says Bass tried to shift blame for the Palisades fire response, which drew criticism for delays and budget cuts.
The lawsuit claims Bass falsely claimed ignorance of the fire's anticipated severity and misrepresented the fire department's budget and resources.